How do I add music to a reel if it doesn't stay when I export and repost to other platforms?

Use a dedicated reel editing app like CapCut or Edits instead of tools like iMovie. When you add music and download the video from these apps, it will automatically download with all your edits — music, transitions, and effects. Sometimes when you add a reel to Instagram and then download it from Instagram, the music won’t be included due to copyright restrictions or platform limitations. Edit in a proper reel app first, then export the finished video with music embedded to share across multiple platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Asked by an artist learning reel creation · Answered by Mili · art-marketing-101 · 2026-08-14